Founding Brothers Timeline

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  • The Declaration of Indepedence

    The Declaration of Indepedence

    The Declaration of Independence was signed by the foudning fathers of America.
  • Constitutional Convention

    Constitutional Convention

    The Consitutional Convention begins on this day.
  • Washington Becomes President

    Washington Becomes President

    Congress elected George Washington as the first President of the United States.
  • No Laws Can Be Passed On Slavery

    No Laws Can Be Passed On Slavery

    Southern Representatives insist that the Constitution prohibit any laws being made that will ban slavery until 1808
  • The Dinner

    The Dinner

    Jefferson hosts a dinner for Hamilton and Madison in hopes that they will settle their disagreements.
  • Washington's Farewell

    Washington's Farewell

    Washington gives his Farewell Address that states he is leaving office.
  • Washington's Death

    Washington's Death

    George Washington dies of pneumonia.
  • The Duel

    The Duel

    Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr face off in a duel. The shots fire and Alexander Hamilton is mortally wounded.
  • Jefferson's Death

    Jefferson's Death

    Thomas Jefferson dies. His last words were "Is it the Fourth?"
  • Adams' Death

    Adams' Death

    John Adams dies. His last words were "Thomas Jefferson still lives."